Clinique Red Carpet, Red-y-to-Wear, Roses are Red Pop Reds Lipstick Review & Swatches
Red Carpet
Clinique Red Carpet Pop Lip Colour + Primer Lipstick ($19.50 for 0.13 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark red with neutral undertones and a cream finish. The lipstick had a lightweight, lightly creamy texture that was thin without feeling overly clingy, so it had more shine than it actually felt–that was a good thing as it ensured the color stayed in place. It had opaque pigmentation in one layer, which lasted nicely for five hours and felt hydrating over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Burberry Military Red (305) (P, $34.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Sephora Survivor (10) (P, $13.00) is lighter, glossier (95% similar).
- YSL Revenged Red (04) (P, $45.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Givenchy Grenat Initie (307) (P, $36.00) is more shimmery, less glossy (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Fucking Fabulous (LE, $60.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Original Sin (P, $57.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Givenchy Heroic Red (321) (LE, $36.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Dior Ultra Dior (999) (P, $37.00) is lighter, less glossy (90% similar).
- Chanel Rouge (P, $37.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- L'Oreal Enamel Red (P, $9.99) is lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$19.50/0.13 oz. - $150.00 Per Ounce
The formula is described as having "rich color" with a "smoothing primer" that "keeps lips comfortably moisturized." Most of the shades had semi-opaque to opaque color coverage in a single layer, and the shades that were a bit weaker were somewhat buildable. The deeper shades tended to perform the best, while a few of the lighter shades settled slightly into lip lines (not too noticeable, or not at all, in person).
Some shades were more smoothing than others, so I think the "smoothing primer" claim was the weakest and wasn't always met. The texture was lightweight, lightly creamy without being heavy or too slippery, and didn't tug during application. The formula was comfortable and hydrating while worn, and they lasted between four and six hours. There didn't seem to be any scent or taste.
Browse all of our Clinique Pop Lip Colour + Primer Lipstick swatches.
Ingredients
Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Petrolatum, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Microcrystalline WaxCera MicrocristallinaCire Microcristalline, Polyethylene, Octyldodecanol, Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Squalane, Lauroyl Lysine, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Sterols, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lauryl Pca, Tribehenin, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Cholesterol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Silica, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Barium Sulfate, Alumina, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410), Red 33 Lake (Ci 17200), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985), Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Carmine (Ci 75470), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Red 30 Lake (Ci 73360), Red 22 Lake (Ci 45380), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Red Carpet
PPermanent. $19.50.
Red-y-to-Wear
Clinique Red-y-to-Wear Pop Lip Colour + Primer Lipstick ($19.50 for 0.13 oz.) is a deeper, pinky-red with cooler undertones and a cream finish. It had rich color coverage that applied comfortably across my lips as the consistency was lightweight with moderate slip, but it was slightly thin and had a touch of tackiness once on my lips. It lasted well for five hours and felt moisturizing over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Chanel Pirate (99) (P, $45.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Guerlain Daisy Red (729) (P, $39.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Guerlain #21 (P, $36.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Bittersweetie (LE, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Love Bite (LE, $8.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever Cheery Chili (416) (P, $23.00) is lighter, cooler, less glossy (90% similar).
- Milani Fantasy (P, $8.99) is lighter (85% similar).
- MAC Shocking Revelation (P, $22.00) is lighter, cooler, less glossy (85% similar).
- Makeup Geek Trophy Wife (P, $12.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Chanel Incantevole (184) (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, lighter, less glossy (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$19.50/0.13 oz. - $150.00 Per Ounce
The formula is described as having "rich color" with a "smoothing primer" that "keeps lips comfortably moisturized." Most of the shades had semi-opaque to opaque color coverage in a single layer, and the shades that were a bit weaker were somewhat buildable. The deeper shades tended to perform the best, while a few of the lighter shades settled slightly into lip lines (not too noticeable, or not at all, in person).
Some shades were more smoothing than others, so I think the "smoothing primer" claim was the weakest and wasn't always met. The texture was lightweight, lightly creamy without being heavy or too slippery, and didn't tug during application. The formula was comfortable and hydrating while worn, and they lasted between four and six hours. There didn't seem to be any scent or taste.
Browse all of our Clinique Pop Lip Colour + Primer Lipstick swatches.
Ingredients
Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Petrolatum, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Microcrystalline WaxCera MicrocristallinaCire Microcristalline, Polyethylene, Octyldodecanol, Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Squalane, Lauroyl Lysine, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Sterols, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lauryl Pca, Tribehenin, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Cholesterol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Silica, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Barium Sulfate, Alumina, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410), Red 33 Lake (Ci 17200), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985), Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Carmine (Ci 75470), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Red 30 Lake (Ci 73360), Red 22 Lake (Ci 45380), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Red-y-to-Wear
PPermanent. $19.50.
Roses are Red
Clinique Roses are Red Pop Lip Colour + Primer Lipstick ($19.50 for 0.13 oz.) is a bright, medium red with cooler, blue undertones and a cream finish with moderate shine. The texture was smooth, slightly firmer until it warmed up against my lips, but it had light glide and some slip as it applied. It had nearly opaque color coverage that adhered evenly and smoothed out most of my lip lines. It stayed on well for five hours and felt hydrating over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Chanel Rouge Spectaculaire (837) (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Becca Tangy (DC, $24.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Bobbi Brown Cherry Crush (P, $27.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Chanel Independante (176) (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Lancome Caprice (132) (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, lighter, less glossy (95% similar).
- Chanel Destiny (136) (P, $45.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Fucking Fabulous (LE, $60.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Chanel No. 5 (LE, $45.00) is cooler, less glossy (95% similar).
- Clinique Passion Pop (P, $19.50) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Guerlain #219 (P, $33.00) is more shimmery, warmer, less glossy (95% similar).
Formula Overview
$19.50/0.13 oz. - $150.00 Per Ounce
The formula is described as having "rich color" with a "smoothing primer" that "keeps lips comfortably moisturized." Most of the shades had semi-opaque to opaque color coverage in a single layer, and the shades that were a bit weaker were somewhat buildable. The deeper shades tended to perform the best, while a few of the lighter shades settled slightly into lip lines (not too noticeable, or not at all, in person).
Some shades were more smoothing than others, so I think the "smoothing primer" claim was the weakest and wasn't always met. The texture was lightweight, lightly creamy without being heavy or too slippery, and didn't tug during application. The formula was comfortable and hydrating while worn, and they lasted between four and six hours. There didn't seem to be any scent or taste.
Browse all of our Clinique Pop Lip Colour + Primer Lipstick swatches.
Ingredients
Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Petrolatum, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Microcrystalline WaxCera MicrocristallinaCire Microcristalline, Polyethylene, Octyldodecanol, Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Squalane, Lauroyl Lysine, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Sterols, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lauryl Pca, Tribehenin, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Cholesterol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Silica, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Barium Sulfate, Alumina, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410), Red 33 Lake (Ci 17200), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985), Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Carmine (Ci 75470), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Red 30 Lake (Ci 73360), Red 22 Lake (Ci 45380), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
These are absolutely GORGEOUS. Great ratings and great (relative to YSL, Tom Ford, etc.) pricing too.
Not that I need another red lipstick anytime soon, but I absolutely LOVE Red Carpet! Very elegant, sophisticated shade of truly glam red.
How smooth and gorgeous are these. I’ve never really paid attention to this line before.
Gorgeous reds, but alas I think the undertones will turn pink on me.
Beautiful wearable reds! I bet they leave a nice stain when blotted, if one doesn’t want such a vibrant lippie.
What a lovely red trio! They are all gorgeous, but if I have to pick one it’d be Red Carpet. One of the dupes are Burberry Military Red, a lipstick I’ve been wanting for a long time. Clinique is easier to find here and lets face it, a lot less expensive.
I think Burberry beauty has basically been discontinued. Go for the Clinique. Much of the Burberry could be too old to buy. eBay + closeout, etc. I always wanted that one, too.
It is a great red.
Let’s Clinique our lips this fall 😀